Bled is a great jumping-off point for a car trip through the Julian Alps, and a wide variety of other worthwhile side-trips are right at its doorstep. For more fine vistas, hike up to Bled Castle.

Discover Lake Bled, Slovenia’s crown jewel and Europe’s most beautiful destination. Explore turquoise waters, a charming island church, medieval castle, hiking trails, adventure activities, and iconic ...

The castle remains a symbol of Bled and Slovenia, while the castle terraces also offer spectacular views beyond the lake to the mountain ranges of the Karavanke and the Julian Alps.

Think of Slovenia’s Julian Alps and two images often spring to mind – the fairy-tale sight of Lake Bled and, if you’re a winter-sports fan, the ski slopes of Kranjska Gora. But this alpine ...

We visited the 11th century Bled castle, Slovenia’s oldest, perched on top of a 430ft cliff. Here you will find a restaurant, wine cellar, museum, chapel and forge – and a fascinating history.

Visitors overlook Bled lake from Bled castle in Slovenia, Sept. 1, 2021. Bled lake is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Slovenia.Photo:Xinhua ...

Lake Bled, Slovenia–The only better way to view Lake Bled than from the ramparts of a castle with a glass of champagne in your hand is to view it naked – but I’ll get to that later.

Bled Castle in Slovenia, which dates back to 1011, sits atop a cliff overlooking Lake Bled. It is one of Slovenia's oldest castles, widely known for its stunning views and breathtaking location.

Then head back to the lake and wind your way up to the 11th-century Bled Castle (00 386 4 572 9782; www.blejski-grad.si) There is a museum with sets of armour, artefacts from the Bronze Age and a ...

Bled is a great jumping-off point for scenic mountain drives and other worthwhile side-trips, such as the more rugged region around Lake Bohinj.